Hachette`s new Bismarck

[corelki2005]

first of all we add the next section of the hull

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next the decking was extended and some small details were added

[corelki2005]

issue 24

more decking was joined and small details added

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issue 25

another piece of hull was added and I dry fitted the bow section of the deck

[corelki2005]

the decking from issue 23 was then joined to the decking from issue 24 also two life buoys were added

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issue 26

The start of the bridge deck plus fire hoses were added to the lower deck and the first navigation light was fitted

I also trial fitted all sections of decking

[corelki2005]

next four issues have arrived

issue 27 another part of the keel and the port navigation light
issue 28 port lower keel section plus various details
issue 29 lower mast deck plus details
issue 30 starboard lower keel section plus first rangefinder

[corelki2005]

the completed keel section

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The completed lower mast deck added to the rest of the superstructure

[tubab]

Foredeck decal

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Hi all, a follow up long overdue relating to decals. I have recieved two sets from Geoff in Australia. The foredeck decal is a little too long by a few mm but my mistake and sure it will be corrected if Geoff decides to produce more, the aft decal fits the 1/200 plan so should be no problem. Underwater photos show Bismarck had these swaztikas in place when sunk but were most likely painted over when in action, I can't believe they would have been covered with painted canvas or similar when at sea as it would have presented a serious hazard to operations.